out·er·wear

(ou′tər-wâr′)

Clothing, such as hats, coats, and gloves, for use outdoors.

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outerwear

(ˈaʊtəwɛə)

(Clothing & Fashion) clothing that is not worn underneath other clothing

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out•er•wear

(ˈaʊ tərˌwɛər)

n.

1. garments, as overcoats, worn over other clothing for warmth or protection outdoors.

2. clothing, as dresses, sweaters, or suits, worn over undergarments.

[1925–30]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

outerwear - clothing for use outdoors

overclothes

article of clothing, clothing, habiliment, wearable, vesture, wear - a covering designed to be worn on a person's body

robe, gown - outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions

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